H Company × 42AI | Computer Use Agents Hackathon
Hosted by H Company + 42 Artificial Intelligence + Cognition + La Maison
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What to look forward to
Engineers, AI builders, and hackers will have 36 hours to create working agents that complete real tasks on desktops and software, with mentorship from H Company researchers and engineers. The 1–4-person teams will compete for €10,000 in cash prizes, API credits, and additional rewards, with selection based on demonstrated projects or technical work.
Inside the event
Computer-use agents. €13,000 in cash prizes. One weekend to build something that works.
November 7–8, 2026 · La Maison by Motier Ventures, Paris
Join H Company and 42AI for an in-person hackathon dedicated to AI agents that interact with real software and get things done.
With the support of Gladia, Linkup, Cognition (Devin), Stripe, and Morning.
The challenge
Build an agent that can navigate websites, desktop apps, and software interfaces to complete a meaningful real-world task. Pick a use case, build it, and show it working.
H Company brings its Agents API and specialized models. Explore the documentation before the weekend and come ready to build.
Aim for a working demo that clearly shows the problem, the actions your agent takes, and the result.
What you get
- API credits and access to partner tools
- 1:1 mentorship from H Company researchers and engineers
- On-site technical support and opportunities to connect with fellow builders
- Meals, snacks, drinks, and closing networking
Prizes — €13,000 in cash, plus partner benefits
Main prizes
- 1st place — €5,000 per team
- 2nd place — €3,000 per team
- 3rd place — €2,000 per team
Every member of the teams finishing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd also receives one free month of Morning Nomade coworking. Morning Nomade includes access to Morning coworking spaces across Paris, sports classes, and community events.
The free month is reserved for members of the three main podium teams. Winning only a sponsor-track award or a social-media award does not include this benefit.
Sponsor-track awards
Social-media awards
- Best LinkedIn Post — €500
- Best X Post — €500
For all participants
All hackathon participants can benefit from 50% off their first two months of Morning Nomade. The registration form and instructions will be shared exclusively on site during the event. This offer is reserved for hackathon participants.
Morning benefits are additional to the €13,000 cash prize pool.
Schedule
All times are Paris time — CET (UTC+1).
Saturday, November 7
- 09:00 — Participant check-in
- 09:45 — Kickoff, opening remarks, partner introductions, and prize announcements
- 10:30 — Hacking begins
- 12:30 — Lunch
- 16:00 — Afternoon snacks
- 19:00 — Dinner
- 21:00 — No further entry to the venue
Sunday, November 8
- 08:00 — Venue reopens
- 09:00 — Breakfast
- 12:30 — Lunch
- 14:00 — Project submission deadline
- 14:30 — First round of judging
- 15:45 — Final pitches begin
- 17:15 — Jury deliberation
- 17:45 — Winners announced
- 18:00 — Drinks and networking
- 20:30 — Venue closes
Schedule subject to minor adjustments.
Who should apply?
Engineers, AI builders, researchers, and hackers who can turn an idea into a working demo.
Show us what you have built: a GitHub repository, a live project, a demo, or something you are proud of. Spots are limited and selection is competitive.
Practical information
- Location: La Maison by Motier Ventures, Paris. The exact address is available to approved participants.
- Format: In person, November 7–8, 2026.
- Admission: Free, with application approval required. Please register individually, including when applying with a team.
- Teams: 1–4 people. Solo builders are welcome.
- Bring: Your laptop, charger, and a use case you are excited to explore.
Join the community
Join H Company's Discord before the event to connect with the H team and fellow builders, ask technical questions, and find teammates.
For registration or logistics questions, use Contact the Host on this page.
Build a real agent. Show it working.
Paris, France
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